Interaction between deity, nature, and human

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University/SchoolGoldsmiths, University of London
ArtistYumeng Kuai
CategoryNon-Professional

The Classic of Mountains and Seas is a treasure trove of China's record of the world and its imagination of the splendor of nature. The materials used for this design are silk and bamboo strips, both of which are taken from nature. I took inspiration from Chinese ink painting and calligraphy and used the four characters of "human being", "harmony", "longevity", and "roundness" to express my reverence for nature. The work reinterprets the myths and legends with personalized art language, evoking our memories of totems and mythological fantasies.

Bio
Yumeng Kuai, a native of Shanghai. Now studying at Goldsmiths, University of London.

Her art shows the conflict between ecology, sustainability, and human development. Focusing on the threats posed by the environmental change to nature, marine life, and endangered species. Through the medium of art, she explores the relationship between human civilization and the rich ecosystems we must protect, highlighting the shared responsibility we must take to move towards a sustainable future.